Malabar Pied Hornbill vs Black-and-white-casqued Hornbill
Anthracoceros coronatus compared with Bycanistes subcylindricus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Malabar Pied Hornbill | Black-and-white-casqued Hornbill |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anthracoceros coronatus | Bycanistes subcylindricus |
| Order | Bucerotiformes | Bucerotiformes |
| Family | Bucerotidae | Bucerotidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 61.2 cm (24.1 in) | 65.6 cm (25.8 in) |
| Weight | 796.25 g (28.09 oz) | 1213.25 g (42.80 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Malabar Pied Hornbill
Least Concern
Black-and-white-casqued Hornbill
About These Birds
Black-and-white-casqued Hornbill
The Black-and-white-casqued Hornbill is a large hornbill of equatorial rainforests in West and Central Africa. It has a large casque on its bill, black and white plumage, and striking bare blue and red facial skin. It feeds primarily on figs and other large fruits, and plays an important role as a seed disperser in African rainforests.